Kunzite and Boleite Physical Properties

Kunzite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.15-3.21

5.05

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

1,2 prismatic

[001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-7

3-3.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

LiAlSi₂O₆

Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Kunzite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Boleite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Kunzite and Boleite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆
Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Kunzite and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.